Fallsburg police said two of the men were dropped off about 2 a.m. at the home on Firehouse Road; the third left in a pickup, intending to come back to get them, police said.

The two stole the tubing but their return ride didn't show up, so they left copper by the side of the road and started walking, police said.

They called another buddy to pick them up, police said. Edwin Fancher, 25, was stopped on Route 52 by state troopers for acting suspiciously. He was charged with a DWI and possessing a hypodermic needle.

After interviewing him, troopers and Fallsburg police were led to the other three. McAllister, Williams and Stuart were arraigned and sent to Sullivan County Jail.